Speech Pathologist, PRN

Piedmont Healthcare; Monticello (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Mountainside Hospital is seeking a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist to coordinate consultations and diagnostic evaluations for patients with communication disorders and/or oropharyngeal dysphagia. You will interpret assessment data and craft treatment plans to restore function and prevent disability.

The role requires a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, CCC from ASHA, and Georgia licensure, with BLS certification as an additional qualification.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology/Communication Disorders from an accredited graduate program.
• CCC from ASHA (Certification of Clinical Competence).
• Georgia licensure in Speech-Language Pathology is required by law.
• BLS certification through AHA is required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate consultations and diagnostic evaluations for patients with known or suspected communication disorders and/or oropharyngeal dysphagia.
• Interpret assessment data to inform treatment planning.
• Plan and perform speech-language pathology intervention programs to restore function and maximize patient potential.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Speech-language pathology

Communication disorders

Education

Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology/Communication Disorders

CCC from ASHA

Georgia licensure in Speech-Language Pathology

BLS certification (AHA)

Job description

Responsibilities

RESPONSIBLE FOR:Coordinating, consultations and diagnostic evaluations with patients having known or suspected communication disorders and/or oropharyngeal dysphagia; and interpreting assessment data; planning and performing speech-language pathology treatment intervention programs when appropriate that restore function, prevent disability and help patients reach maximum potential.

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:Master?s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology/Communication Disorders from an accredited graduate school. Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:None.MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:Licensure by the Georgia Board of Examiners of Speech/Language Pathology. BLS certification through AHA.ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:None.

Business Unit

Piedmont Mountainside Hospital